When it comes to talking about wedges, there’s no one better to seek advice from.

What kind of wedge should I be using when faced with a tight lie?

Bob tends to favour something with a little less bounce but it’s completely down to the individuals swing and preference.

Equipment Editor James Savage has spent quite a bit of time with Bob over the last few years and because of that Bob thought that James would be better off with something with a little more bounce.

He started with the mid bounce S grind.

What about course conditions?

Course conditions will also play a part in club selection. On this particular day the course was really wet so Bob wanted to give James something with a little more bounce so it would go through the turf easier.

He tried out the 54 degree F grind. A bit more turf was taken but that’s ok according to Bob. That’s exactly what the higher bounce is designed for.

In conclusion you are probably looking at something with a little bit lower bounce if you are playing off a tight lie. However, if the conditions are wet and you need something that will go through the turf with ease, a more mid to high bounce club would probably suit you a little better.